Study period
A timetabled session without a lesson, usually in sixth form, for independent study. Also called a free period.
- Used in
- All four UK nations (details may differ)
- Topic
- School life
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Related terms
- Independent study All four UK nations (details may differ)
- Study that students do on their own, especially in sixth form free periods.
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